Project Manager II

HGL ‒ WHO WE ARE 

At HGL, we value our employees as individuals and as important members of our team. We offer a work environment that is flexible, inclusive, and dedicated to creating a sustainable future. We provide opportunities for a dynamic work environment surrounded by industry leaders working to solve today’s environmental, infrastructure, and natural resources challenges.

HGL offers career advancement through internal and external training, skill advancement, and education. Projects at HGL span the United States and its territories all while solving problems associated with emerging contaminants (PFAS, radiological, and unexploded ordnance) along with traditional chemical contamination across all media.

With over 500 employees, HGL is large enough to execute high profile projects, but small enough that personal working environments are possible with senior management and HGL's talented team members. By joining HGL, you will be working toward restoring the environment and protecting our future.

HGL ‒ WE INVEST IN YOU

It’s not just a job, it’s your career. HGL provides career growth opportunities via mentoring, training, education, and support for your certifications and licenses. HGL’s mission is to continually deliver new solutions and technologies for the ever-changing range of environmental challenges encountered in today’s world. HGL’s corporate culture ensures you’ll be given the opportunity for career advancement while being supported by bright, highly productive peers and leaders.

POSITION DESCRIPTION   

The PM II position will be responsible for management of local, multi-year projects for HGL’s EPA Region 5 client. Additionally, the PM will have opportunities to manage other projects for HGL across its diverse program and project portfolio. 

*This position is remote for candidates who live within the Midwest/EPA Region 5 states (Minnesota, Wisconsin, Illinois, Indiana, Ohio, Michigan). Work with field travel will be required.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING 

The person hired for this role will be responsible for:

• Management of technical and administrative aspects of CERCLA RI/FS, RD/RA, operations and maintenance (O&M), and/or long-term monitoring (LTM) or RCRA-equivalent phases of environmental investigation and restoration projects.
• Meeting project scope, schedule, budget requirements.
• Directing, managing, and leading project teams to meet project objectives in-line with corporate and customer quality expectations.
• Communicating effectively with clients, regulators, project team members, and company management.
• Effectively manage project risks and develop mitigation approaches and strategies.
• Supporting business development efforts, including leading or supporting proposal efforts.

WHAT YOU NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL 

The ideal candidate will need the following as a foundation for success in this role:

• 6+ years of directly related experience executing and managing investigation and remediation projects under CERCLA and RCRA, including oversight of project teams, management of budget, schedule, safety, quality, technical performance, and customer satisfaction.
• BA/BS in Engineering, Science, or a related academic field (MA/MS in a related field may decrease the years of experience required).
• Excellent time management and organization skills, including the ability to handle multiple tasks, prioritize and keep organized to ensure timely and accurate work.
• Self-starter, with analytical and leadership skills, with ability to make informed decisions independently with minimal oversight during project execution. 
• Ability to build consensus among leadership, internal, and external stakeholders through effective interpersonal communication and relationship building skills.
• Current OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER training

WHAT YOU NEED TO STAND OUT 

• PE and/or PG certifications.
• Work experience in the Midwest/EPA Region 5 states (Minnesota, Wisconsin, Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Ohio).
• Experience with investigation and/or remediation of PFAS-impacted sites.
• Experience with high resolution site characterization (HRSC).
• Solid understanding of screening values and risk assessment process.
• Experience with remedial technologies and approaches.
• Experience working with EPA Region 5, US Army Corps of Engineers, and/or PRPs on EPA Region 5 Superfund Sites.

MORE ABOUT HGL AND THE OPPORTUNITY

We are all unique in our experiences and diversity of backgrounds, yet we share a drive and vision in our belief that we can make a difference in improving the world we live in through collaboration, teamwork, and a positive work environment. This proven philosophy unites and empowers us to strive for excellence for all our clients.

A pre-hire drug test is required. 

HGL is an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
 
 If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by phone at 703-478-5186 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. 
 
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